Shahab
boy nameShahab entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #4968 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#4968
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5650 |
| 1980s | #5772 |
| 1990s | #6757 |
| 2000s | #10228 |
| 2010s | #9017 |
| 2020s | #10862 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Shahab are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shahab alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shahab in 2025?
- Shahab is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shahab most popular?
- Shahab peaked in 1987, reaching #4968 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shahab with classmates?
- Shahab will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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